Always Good: Classic Dishes to Celebrate the 4th

There are times when you want dishes that are shiny and new, a little out of the ordinary. And then there are times when you want food that's familiar, that you know everyone will like, and makes you feel good just sitting down to eat it. In other words: classic. And that's exactly what we want this 4th of July.

• Barbecued Pork Burgers from Gourmet - We can't resist a good grilled burger, especially one with barbecue sauce dripping down the side.

• Best Old-Fashioned Burgers from The Bitten Word - We couldn't resist including this one too. These burgers are made on the stove top, but we guarantee you won't miss the grill.

• Best Marinated Kebabs from Jamie Oliver - The Naked Chef has recipes chicken, fish, and lamb, so take your pick!

Emma is the recipe editor for The Kitchn and a graduate of the Cambridge School for Culinary Arts. She is the author of True Brews and Brew Better Beer (Spring 2015). Check out her personal blog for more cooking stories.